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Nico Hoerner showed the Cubs what he can do. Now it's time to build around him - The Athletic
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The Early Returns on Nico Hoerner's Return to Second Base - Cubs - North Side Baseball
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Ross, Swanson praise hustle play by Cubs' Hoerner
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Chicago Cubs calling up Nico Hoerner
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Nico Hoerner Player Props: Cubs vs. Brewers
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Cubs already have their long-term shortstop in Nico Hoerner
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Nico Hoerner Player Props: Cubs vs. Reds
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Chicago Cubs beat Minnesota Twins 6-2, place Nico Hoerner on IL
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2022 Fantasy Baseball Player Spotlight: Nico Hoerner Deserves Your Second Half Attention